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Remarks for the National Association of Corporate Directors New England Chapter
Susan Collins shared remarks during a National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) New England Chapter meeting, covering aspects of the economy she recently discussed at the Economic Club of New York.
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Perspectives on the Economy, and on the Opportunities Ahead
Speech to the Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce. In her first speech as president of the Boston Fed, Susan Collins touched on a broad range of topics, including monetary policy, her vision as leader of the Boston Reserve Bank, and the work being done at the Bank to support a vibrant regional and national economy.
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Remarks to the Boston Economic Club: The Economy’s Performance and Outlook, and Implications for Policy
It is important to recognize that the path the economy takes toward the Fed’s mandated goals may continue to be bumpy and uneven, and we should not overreact to individual data points. To President Collins' thinking, that reflects the realities of a unique and challenging pandemic and the economic recovery from it. Expecting all indicators to be well aligned is too high a bar, but seeing sustained, broadening signs of progress should provide the necessary confidence she would need to begin a methodical adjustment to our policy stance.
Briefing
Inflation Expectations and Price Setting Among Fifth District Firms
Evidence from a Federal Reserve Fifth District survey indicates that businesses become more reactive to inflation as it rises, but much of that reactivity reverses as inflation ebbs. Moreover, the survey indicates that inflation expectations matter to how most firms set their prices. How much inflation expectations matter and for whom they matter are essential questions for policymakers as they seek to maintain price stability.
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The Importance of a Patient, Methodical, and Holistic Approach to Monetary Policy
Susan Collins shared her perspectives on the U. S. economy and monetary policy, as the Fed works to achieve its mandates from Congress and support a vibrant economy that works for all. She started with an overview, briefly discussed some supply- and demand-side aspects of the economy, and ended with comments about her outlook and monetary policy.
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Rules of Three
Remarks at Bronx EDC and BICNY’s 2024 Regional Economic Outlook, White Plains, New York.
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This Is the Way
Remarks at the Economic Club of New York, New York City.
Journal Article
This Time Is Different…Because We Are
The Federal Reserve has evolved since the “Great Inflation” of the 1970s. With new tools and a deeper understanding of the importance of transparency, it is better prepared to meet the dual mandate goals of price stability and full employment, even in challenging times.
Journal Article
The Singularity of the Dual Mandate
Economic security depends on both jobs and stable prices. Together, these two congressionally mandated goals constitute the Fed’s dual mandate. This mandate is not a choice between two desirable things. It is a balance meant to deliver on a singular goal—a sustainable and expanding economy that works for everyone.